Queen City Half Marathon | BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 25th July 2026 - Sat 24th October 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Marquette, Michigan
  • Price $6.30 - $64.60
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Queen City Half Marathon and BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the stunning city of Marquette! Known for its vibrant atmosphere and breathtaking views along Lake Superior, this event promises a fast and scenic course perfect for runners of all levels. Participants can choose between a challenging half marathon or the fun-filled 5K, making it a fantastic opportunity for families and friends to come together and enjoy a day of fitness and celebration.

The event will feature chip-timed results, an award-winning shirt and medal design, and exhilarating aid stations to keep the energy high. All finishers will receive race-specific medals, adding to the excitement of crossing the finish line. For those looking to make their mark, the BREAKWATER 5K includes a unique Course Record Reward, currently standing at an impressive $500 for men and $100 for women, which will increase until broken. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just a fun day out, join the community in Marquette for a fantastic race experience filled with camaraderie and joy!

Organiser's Description

Marquette - The coolest city just about anywhere!

With a fast and scenic course, chip-timed results and near-award winning shirt and medal design, the 2026 Queen City Half Marathon presented by Embers Credit Union | BREAKWATER 5K presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co., are races that need to be on your summer calendar!

Marquette, as you know, is one of the coolest cities anywhere, and we're going to show it off, running though some amazing neighborhoods and along Lake Superior. EPIC is the word I'm looking for...with super-fun aid stations, a post race 'party-zone'...and race-specific finisher medals for ALL entrants.

Let's not forget about our Breakwater 5K Run/Walk COURSE RECORD REWARD. Win the race, set a new Course Record, and we'll hand you CASH! We'll increase this $100 every year until it's broken, then we'll start over. The BONUS right now sits at $500 for men (2021) and $100 for women (NEW record set in 2025!). Awards will be given at the 2025 BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk awards ceremony! Wanna run fast?

A community race, a family race...heck, bring the stroller along with the kids...it's going to be a party!

Races

  • Queen City Half Marathon Presented by Embers Credit Union

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Sweet Race-Day Shirt

    Sat 25th July 2026 (8:05AM EDT)

    $64.60

    A fast course, sweet shirts and medals, along with a rose for ALL Half Marathon finishers...we're also stroller friendly...sounds like you need to be in Marquette on July 26th, 2026!
  • BREAKWATER 5K Presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co.

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Awesome Race-Day Shirt

    Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    Fast out and back course, sweet shirts a killer post race party...see you in July!
  • BREAKWATER 5K Presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co. | YOUTH

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Awesome Shirt!

    Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $22.20

    Open to all kids 12 and younger!
  • Run the U.P. Challenge | Race SERIES Presented by Queen City Running Co.

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

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Location

130 West Baraga Avenue, Marquette, 49855, MI, United States

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